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The Zome System is probably the most mathematically complex building system there is. But don't let that scare you- it's so advanced, it's easy to use.
The system consists of struts and connectors that connect to make zillions of different geometric constructions.
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Zome nodes (the connectors) have 62 holes in three shapes: triangles, pentagons, and rectangles.
The struts are three different shapes, each of which is a different color. The yellow struts are triangular, the red struts are pentagonal, and the blue struts are rectangular. Each color comes in three different lengths. (Do you see where I'm going with this?) Each color strut fits in a different shaped hole.
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The NEW Green Strut pack allows you to build in even more directions. Each green strut fits in the pentagonal holes, but can be rotated to be positioned in five different directions.
Now for the fun part. The lengths of the struts are designed to work with the angles of the Zome nodes so they form all kinds of shapes easily. When you first fiddle with the Zome System, you'll find that shapes start to form even if you don't plan it. In fact, if you try to make a certain shape, you'll probably end up making something different.
Once you start to understand the way of the Zome, you'll be able to control the Zome . . . be patient, grasshopper.
Each basic set comes with an assortment of struts in red, yellow, and blue (each color in 3 sizes); nodes and an instruction booklet. The booklet has instructions to make several different models, as well as lots of information explaining the math and science of the system. The Zome System is recommended for ages 6 and up, however, big-brained people at fancy universities like to play too! Zome is great for learning about geometry, chemistry, biology, fractals, and more!
Be sure to scroll to the bottom of the page to see the new green Zome struts accessory pack.
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